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The goto podcast for industry leaders in the generator installation and service business. Here we dive into the strategies and innovations that keep your company ahead of the competition and bring you insights from top experts and successful entrepreneurs.
How ARK Generator Built a 40-Person Generator Business | Tim Weaver
What does it take to build a generator company that can thrive through hurricanes, slow seasons, rapid growth, and an ever-changing industry?
In this episode of Powering Success, John Tedesco sits down with Tim Weaver, owner of ARK Generator, a family-owned generator company serving the Greater Houston, Texas area.
ARK's roots go back to 1979, with Tim taking ownership in 1993. What began primarily as an electrical contracting business eventually evolved into a generator-focused operation with nearly 40 employees and thousands of customers throughout the Houston market.
Tim shares how major storms helped shape Houston's standby generator market, why ARK made the transition away from residential new construction, and what he's learned about building a company designed to last.
We discuss:
⚡ How ARK transitioned from electrical contracting into generators
🌪️ The impact of hurricanes and major Houston outages on generator demand
👥 Growing from a handful of employees to a team of nearly 40
🔧 Why ARK handles nearly every part of its generator installations in-house
🏠 Why Tim still believes in meeting homeowners face-to-face
💰 How financing fits into the generator sales process
📞 What happens inside a generator company when a major outage hits
⭐ Building a reputation that generates referrals and five-star reviews
🔄 Why service and maintenance are critical during slow periods
📈 Tim's advice for building a generator business that can last for decades
Tim also shares one of the biggest mistakes he sees generator dealers make: focusing too much on installations and not enough on building the service side of the business.
Whether you're a generator dealer, electrical contractor, service manager, or business owner looking to grow in the standby power industry, there's a lot to take away from Tim's decades of experience.
Powering Success brings together generator dealers and industry professionals to talk candidly about growing a generator business — the wins, challenges, lessons, marketing, sales, service, people, and everything in between.
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26 May 2026
Scaling a Service-First Generator Company with Dan Popp of PM Tech
Dan Popp of PM Tech joins the podcast to share how a company founded by mechanics grew into a 54-person generator service business with nearly 4,000 recurring service agreements. Dan explains why PM Tech has always led with service before sales, how Michigan’s auto industry and work-from-home culture have shaped demand, and what it takes to expand into new markets like Dayton, Ohio and Indianapolis.
The conversation also covers PM Tech’s recent electrical contractor acquisition, the challenges of technician recruitment as data centers enter the market, and how better marketing execution through jamgrfx.com helped turn a long-standing pain point into a source of new leads.
20 Mar 2026
Face-To-Face Sales that close: Kevin Keller's Generator Growth Playbook
Kevin Keller of GPOD Generators shares how a simple, personal sales process helped him grow from a few installs a year to more than 200. In this episode, he breaks down why face-to-face meetings, fast follow-up, Facebook lead discipline, and relationship-first selling are the keys to winning more generator jobs.
4 Feb 2026
How Safe Haven Power Builds Scalable Generator Businesses in Tough Markets
In this episode of Powering Success, John Tedesco sits down with Michael Bright, partner and operations lead at Safe Haven Power, a fast-growing, family-owned Generac dealer based in Houston.
Safe Haven Power operates in one of the most challenging generator markets in the country—tight install spaces, intense competition, complex permitting, and extreme weather. Michael breaks down what it really takes to scale a generator business the right way without sacrificing quality, service, or integrity.
In this episode, we cover:
Why generator installs are construction projects, not simple electrical jobs
How Safe Haven handles tight-space and rooftop generator installs
Fair, transparent pricing in competitive markets
Building a true turnkey install experience
Transitioning from install-heavy to service-driven recurring revenue
The importance of communication, service, and process when scaling
Why maintenance is the future of generator businesses
This episode is a must-watch for generator dealers, installers, and contractors looking to grow smarter, scale sustainably, and build long-term value in their business.
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15 Jan 2026
Scaling a Generator Business with Big-Box Retailers | Chris Shaffer of Aquatech Mechanical
In this episode of Powering Success: Future-Proofing Your Generator Company, John Tedesco sits down with Chris Shaffer, owner of Aquatech Mechanical, to unpack what it really takes to build and scale a professional generator installation and service business.
Chris shares how Hurricane Sandy pushed him into generators, why he chose to specialize, and how Aquatech became a trusted installation partner for major retailers like Costco and Lowe’s. The conversation dives deep into operational discipline, inspections, service standards, and how Generac’s latest technology is reshaping the industry.
Topics covered include:
The evolution of the generator market since 2012
Retail-driven generator installs and cash-flow realities
Why specialization beats “storm chasing”
Grid instability, AI power demand, and future backup solutions
Marketing lessons from Angi, Facebook, Google, and referrals
What today’s educated generator buyer expects
This episode is a must-listen for generator dealers, electricians, and service company owners focused on long-term growth and operational excellence.
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13 Nov 2025
Inside Generator Power Systems (GPS) — How Two Friends Built Minnesota’s Go-To Backup Power Company
In today’s episode, John sits down with Jesse and Ryan, lifelong friends and business partners who built Generator Power Systems (GPS) — one of Minnesota’s most respected generator installation and service companies.
GPS was born as a spin-off from Jesse’s family business, Jim’s Electric, founded in 1976. What started as a small electrical shop slowly transformed into a specialized generator company that now handles everything from residential standby units to large municipal and industrial backup systems.
The guys share their story of coming up in the electrical trade, learning the generator business just before Y2K, and eventually realizing they needed to treat the company like a real business—with processes, systems, a dedicated salesperson, and a marketing strategy.
This episode is packed with real talk about running a seasonal trade, managing a small team, balancing installs vs. service work, and why generator demand continues to skyrocket across the Midwest.
14 Aug 2025
From Solar to Standby Power: How Nomic Power Is Scaling Generators in Texas
In this episode of Powering Success: Future-Proofing Your Generator Company, John Tedesco sits down with Cody Stephens, co-founder of Nomic Power Solutions in Austin, TX. Cody shares how he and his brother built one of the fastest-growing residential generator companies in Texas—starting from a background in sales, construction, and even supplements, before pivoting from solar to focus solely on standby generators.
We cover:
Why Nomic chose residential-only installs and what they’ve learned along the way
The consultative sales process that wins customers without pressure tactics
How to spot red-flag clients before they become costly problems
Building culture, hiring the right people, and scaling through systems and processes
Why recurring maintenance contracts are the key to long-term growth
Competing with industry giants like Generator Supercenter and winning on trust and reputation
Cody also shares his five-year vision for Nomic, including how they plan to dominate Austin, expand into new markets, and give employees the chance to build their own “mini-Nomics.”
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, this episode is full of lessons on leadership, sales, and building a sustainable generator business.
11 Jul 2025
From Industrial Power to Residential Backup: Scott Douglass on Building SPS into a Generator Powerhouse
In this episode of Powering Success: Future Proofing Your Generator Company, John sits down with Scott Douglas, founder of Specialized Power Services (SPS) in Michigan. What began as a high-voltage cable splicing career has transformed into a trusted, customer-first generator installation company serving Brighton, Ann Arbor, and surrounding areas.
Scott opens up about his early years in industrial electrical work, why he shifted to residential generators in 2009, and how word-of-mouth fueled the growth of SPS for over a decade. You'll hear honest insights about what most contractors get wrong, how SPS handles installs from quote to completion, and the importance of trust, transparency, and great communication.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to scale your generator business, this episode is packed with hard-won advice from a real pro who’s been there.
11 Jun 2025
Why Most Generators Are Installed Wrong — A Candid Talk with Bold Electric’s Founder
Founder Vincent Battista of Bold Electric discusses the common mistakes in generator installations with host John Esco, revealing strategies for future-proofing generator businesses and attracting new talent to the trades in this interview.
11 May 2025
From Electrician to Generator Expert with Rich Roman of Roman Electric - NJ
In this episode of Powering Success: Future-Proofing Your Generator Company, we sit down with Rich Roman — master electrician, entrepreneur, and model train enthusiast — for a fascinating look at how craftsmanship, curiosity, and calculated risk have powered his journey.
Rich shares how he grew Roman Electric into a trusted name in New Jersey, how his side business Train Layouts became a full-scale operation, and what lessons he's learned from decades in the field.
• Starting and scaling a service business
• Balancing passion projects with business growth
• Keys to staying relevant in a changing market
• Advice for new and seasoned electrical contractors
11 Apr 2025
How All American Electric Became Delmarva’s #1 Generator Company | All American Electric of DE
How did All American Electric grow into the largest generator provider on the Delmarva Peninsula? In this episode of Powering Success: Future-Proofing Your Generator Business, host John Tedesco sits down with Joel and Trevor Ellwanger, owner of All American Electric, to discuss the keys to his company’s explosive growth and the future of the backup power industry.
11 Mar 2025
Growing a Generator Business in 2025 with The Power Connection of VA
A discussion with Jordan Rohrer, of the Power Connection in Virginia. In this episode, we look at Jordan's business, what's worked for him, how his market compares to other parts of the country, the recent impact of Hurricane Helene, working in both the commercial/industrial and residential spaces, and more.
11 Feb 2025
Scaling Your Generator Business with Premier Energy Solutions of MA
In our very first episode of our podcast, Powering Success: Future Proofing Your Generator Company, we talk with Brandon and Kevin from Premier Energy Solutions. There's a science to running a generator business, and we talk about the 'energy solutions' that compliment the generator space.
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